Controversial Article Research Activity
This is the first part of a two-tiered assignment for Mr. Sovel’s Computer Literacy class. It is designed to focus in on finding and using creditable research from online sources [although you are not limited to online sources for all of your information].

Objectives: Write a 5-paragraph essay [approximately 200 to 250 word essay] [word processed] on a controversial topic, targeting a subject that affects people in our society. For example, it could be about issues surrounding medical marijuana, death penalty, abortion, hate crimes, violence or same sex marriage.. The essay may also use many of the controversial topics used for the beginning practices in researching. The essay must include certain elements:
1.	A clear statement of the subject, the controversy surrounding it and the purpose and focus that you wish to introduce or address.
2.	It must have information from two creditable websites that present opposing positions on your topic.
3.	It must have at least two online newspaper or magazine quotations that add weight and strength to your arguments.
4.	It must contain a clear conclusion or statement that shows how your paper supports your purpose.
5.	EVERY SOURCE MUST HAVE A CLEAR AND COMPLETE BIBLIOGRAPHY CITATION.

To begin this project path, you must submit, for instructor approval, the information requested in item #1  above.

Student: 		Period  ___
Topic: 	
What is the controversy:

What is the purpose you are going to focus on:

Date submitted to Mr. Sovel:	
Approved:		NOT Approved	
Approved with modifications:	
Teacher comments: